Oncology Nurse Navigator- Incidental Pulmonary Nodule Program

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Oncology Nurse Navigator is a professional registered nurse with oncology and pulmonary knowledge and a key member of the Incidental Pulmonary Nodule Program (IPNP). The program identifies, tracks, and manages incidental pulmonary nodules across care settings to support early cancer detection, timely follow-up, and patient safety through coordinated, standardized care. The navigator provides individualized support to patients and caregivers to help them overcome healthcare system barriers, promote informed decision-making, and access care in a timely manner.

The position navigates patients with incidental pulmonary nodules from identification through diagnostic resolution and transition to specialty care when needed. Using the nursing process and evidence-based guidelines, the navigator coordinates care across the continuum and serves as a liaison among radiology, pulmonology, thoracic surgery, oncology, and primary care teams to ensure appropriate evaluation and follow-up.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing and a minimum of three years of related clinical nursing experience; an MSN or DNP may be considered in lieu of a BSN.
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Knowledge of complex medical terminology and advanced disease processes.
• Strong clinical judgment, critical-thinking, care coordination, organizational, interpersonal, verbal communication, and written communication skills.
• Ability to delegate to appropriate personnel, establish and maintain collaborative relationships internally and externally, prioritize and reprioritize rapidly, work autonomously and in teams, and multitask.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and provide patient-centered, culturally competent care.

Nice To Haves

• Oncology nursing experience.
• Experience with EMR systems; Epic is preferred.
• Knowledge of oncology and pulmonary care pathways.

Responsibilities

• Navigate patients with incidental pulmonary nodules from identification through diagnostic resolution and transition to specialty care as needed.
• Coordinate standardized care and ensure timely follow-up using evidence-based guidelines.
• Support patients and caregivers in overcoming healthcare system barriers and making informed decisions.
• Serve as a liaison among radiology, pulmonology, thoracic surgery, oncology, and primary care teams.
• Promote early cancer detection, timely access to care, and patient safety.
• Prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities, working independently and collaboratively.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level